Permit lottery drawing results to float the Smith River in 2015 are now available online through the Fish,Wildlife and Parks Automatic Licensing Service. Successful permit applicants will also be notified by mail.

For 2015, Montana State Parks received 8,096 applications and issued 1,175 float permits. Of the successful applicants, 76 percent were Montana residents and 24 percent were nonresidents. The most popular requested launch date was June 18.

This year saw a record number of applicants, up almost 10 percent over last year’s 7,373 applicants.

For those who were unsuccessful in the regular permit lottery drawing, Smith River Super Permit chances are still available through Thursday, March 19. Chances for the Super Permit are unlimited and cost $5 each. One Super Permit will be awarded with the winner allowed to launch on any date of their choosing. Chances may be purchased online through the FWP Automated Licensing System or at any FWP regional office.

Unsuccessful permit applicants for this year’s drawing may also call the Smith River Reservation and Information Line at 406-454-5861 beginning Monday, March 16, between 8 a.m. and noon, Monday through Friday, to request any remaining launch dates or canceled permits.

The public may also book a float trip with one of the eight approved Smith River outfitters.

For more information about Smith River State Park visit, stateparks.mt.gov/smith-river.